Franklin, who finished with 24 points and 10 rebounds against the University at Albany, shared the honor with Saint Peter’s forward Todd Sowell, who averaged 16.5 points and 15.5 rebounds in two games.

Check out Franklin’s numbers: He’s shooting 58 percent from the field and averaging 16.8 points and 8.8 rebounds. During the past five games, he leads the team with 18.8 points and 10.2 rebounds.

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Siena basketball coaches Fran McCaffery and Gina Castelli will be hosting a luncheon Tuesday, Dec. 11 at the Century House in Latham at noon. McCaffery and Castelli will be on hand to discuss their seasons and answer questions.

The event is open to the general public, but reservations are required. The cost is $20.

Before you scoff at the price, take a look at the food included: Century House salad with sun-dried cherry vinaigrette, tri-colored spiral pasta salad, seasonal fruit salad, beef bourguignonne, sliced roast loin of pork (cranberry demi-glace on the side), New York Style cheesecake with fruit purees, and coffee, tea and milk.

Those interested in attending can reserve their spot by contacting Frank Pugliano no later than Friday evening at 482-7258 or pugliframe@nycap.rr.com.

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I finally gave in this week and stopped voting Syracuse in my Associated Press Top 25 ballot.

Here’s the AP Poll, released Monday afternoon, followed by my ballot. As always, Siena and UAlbany opponents are bolded: